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IAA unveils jury for 16th Olive Crown Awards
Industry leaders and a global juror to judge green marketing awards
MUMBAI: The India chapter of the International Advertising Association has announced the jury for the 16th edition of its Olive Crown Awards, a platform that celebrates communication promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility.
This year’s jury brings together a mix of seasoned creative leaders and fresh perspectives from across the advertising and marketing world.
The panel includes K V Sridhar, Carlton D’Silva, Ambareesh Chakraborty, Rymn Massand, Kalpesh Patankar, and Preeti Vyas.
Abhishek Karnani said the awards have steadily built credibility within the global advertising community.
“The Olive Crowns are now in their 16th year and have earned the respect of the global marketing and advertising community. Any award is only as good as its jury, and I am delighted we have a strong blend of members who have judged the awards over many years alongside those evaluating them for the first time. This year we also have an international jury member,” he said.
Echoing the sentiment, Janak Sarda noted that the awards have seen record participation this year, reflecting their growing stature within the industry.
“I am happy that we have received a record number of entries this year, which clearly validates the respect and prestige these awards have garnered over the years,” Sarda said.
The awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on 8 April in Mumbai, where the industry will gather to celebrate campaigns that put sustainability at the centre of their message.
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Tawana Burnett to lead social and influencer jury at Abby Awards 2026
Meta’s Apac leader takes the reins for Abby Awards, adding flair to social content
MUMBAI: Tawana Burnett, Meta’s Head of Top Accounts and Agencies for Apac, has been named jury chair for the new social content and influencer ,arketing category at the Abby Awards 2026, powered by The One Club | The One Show.
With a 25-year career spanning the US, EMEA, Latam, and Apac, Tawana has worked on campaigns for some of the world’s biggest brands and leading advertising agencies. At Meta, she guides CMOs, business leaders, and agencies on harnessing digital and emerging advertising solutions to accelerate brand growth.
Before joining Meta, Tawana led award-winning product teams at Intuit, LeapFrog, Johnson & Johnson, and Pfizer, helping launch iconic products including QuickBooks, Listerine, Advil, and ChapStick.
A champion of diversity, she was featured in Adweek’s Women Trailblazers in 2019 for mentoring more than 15 women-led startups and for her work on the #biascorrect campaign that promotes women in leadership. She was also recognised in Ad Age’s Global Leading Women Class of 2023, The List in 2024, and served as juror for Spikes Asia and Mad Stars 2024.
Tawana has held leadership roles in the Singapore Inclusion Council at Meta, the IAB SouthEast Asia & India Board, and currently serves on the boards of IAA SEA and the Ronald McDonald House in New York City. Originally from New York, she now lives in Singapore with her husband and daughter.
The Abby Awards 2026, presented by The One Club | The One Show, will be held during Goafest 2026 from 20 to 22 May in Goa, celebrating creativity across the region.
